Conor McGregor's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Conor McGregor. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Conor McGregor is an Irish mixed martial artist, notable for his accomplishments in the UFC. He was the first UFC fighter to simultaneously hold championships in two weight classes: Featherweight and Lightweight. Prior to his UFC success, he also held simultaneous Featherweight and Lightweight titles in the Cage Warriors Fighting Championship (CWFC).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2011: Winning Streak

During 2011, Conor McGregor started an eight-fight winning streak in his MMA career.

2012: Won CWFC Championships

In 2012, Conor McGregor secured both the CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight championships, becoming the first European professional mixed martial artist to simultaneously hold titles in two divisions.

April 2013: UFC Debut

On 6 April 2013, Conor McGregor made his UFC debut against Marcus Brimage at UFC on Fuel TV: Mousasi vs. Latifi. He won the fight by knockout in round one, earning his first "Knockout of the Night" award.

July 2014: UFC Fight Night 46 Win

On July 2014, at UFC Fight Night 46, Conor McGregor faced Diego Brandão in his hometown of Dublin, Ireland, winning by TKO in the first round and earning his first Performance of the Night award.

September 2014: Victory Against Dustin Poirier at UFC 178

On 27 September 2014, at UFC 178, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier and won via TKO in the first round, marking Poirier's first UFC loss by KO/TKO and earning McGregor his second straight "Performance of the Night" award.

January 2015: Defeated Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 59

On 18 January 2015, Conor McGregor faced Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 59 and won via TKO in the second round. The victory also earned McGregor his third straight "Performance of the Night" award.

2017: McGregor's endorsement deals reach $7 million

In 2017, Conor McGregor's endorsement deals rounded up to $7 million.

2018: Ranked Fourth Highest-Paid Athlete by Forbes

In 2018, Conor McGregor was ranked fourth on Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes, with earnings of $99 million, acknowledging his financial success in the sports world.

January 2019: McGregor Receives Suspension and Fine from NSAC

In January 2019, the NSAC announced a six-month suspension and a $50,000 fine for McGregor due to his involvement in the brawl at UFC 229, retroactive to October 6, 2018.

January 2020: Victory Against Donald Cerrone at UFC 246

On 18 January 2020, Conor McGregor faced Donald Cerrone in a welterweight bout at UFC 246, winning via technical knockout in 40 seconds. This win earned him a Performance of the Night award and made him the first UFC fighter to hold knockout finishes in three divisions.

2021: Highest-Paid Athlete

In 2021, Conor McGregor was ranked as the world's highest-paid athlete by Forbes, earning a reported $180 million, reflecting his success both inside and outside of fighting.